Category: "Cycling"
Planning for the 2015 Cycling Season
- December
- 5
I thought I would write a bit about my intentions to perform better during next year's season as a way to remind myself of what my goals are. You see, I'll be racing Masters 55+ next year for the first time. That means I'm at the bottom of the age group… more »
Abbey Bike Tools H.A.G.
- June
- 12
I put off buying a hangar alignment tool for some time. I guess I was convinced that I could eyeball the straightness of the derailleur without a tool most of the time. But my Opera seemed out of whack and was dropping the chain on the inside once in a… more »
Racedots
- June
- 5
I received my long-awaited racedots last week. While I haven't had a chance to try them in a race yet, here are my initial observations. more »
Specialized S-Works Road Shoes
- February
- 3
It's finally time for a new pair of road shoes. When I got back on my bike in the Fall of 2011 I bought a pair of Specialized Expert shoes. I've replaced the cleats a few times and recently replaced the Boa laces (under warranty. Structurally the shoes… more »
Dress for Winter Weather Cycling
- February
- 3
There are several things I consider when I'm dressing to cycle in cold weather:
Temperature (now and expected temperature change during the ride) Wind expected Level of effort estimated to be maintained during the ride Whether it is sunny, cloudy or nig… more »